2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 5 and 2008 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 5 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 5 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |